Sustainability, Conservation, and Energy

Welcome to the Sustainability, Conservation and Energy community!

The Sustainability, Conservation, and Energy Career Community provides resources, information, and a virtual space for students and alumni interested in working within the fields of sustainability, conservation, and energy. As a follower of this community, you will get timely alerts on internships, co-ops, jobs, blogs, and events posted on the page.

Career and self-development are life-long processes that evolve as new experiences and information are obtained. Use this page to design your career and self-development strategically. Review the list of student and professional organizations and decide which opportunities best align with your career goals. Connect with a HuskyLink Mentor to engage in career conversations that will expand your network and give you an on-the-job perspective. Explore your options by reviewing Job Market Insights and the UConn Undergraduate Outcomes.

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My Experience Interning at the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station

Published on December 6, 2023

Hear from Center for Career Development Intern, Alex, about her experience interning at the Connecticut Agricultural Experiment Station and the skills she was able to learn and strengthen.

By Alexandra Carabetta
Alexandra Carabetta
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Bioneers: Making Connections for Environmental Activism

Published on November 20, 2023

Bioneers is a non-profit organization that not only works towards environmental activism, but provides opportunities for Native & Indigenous youth to solve environmental issues.

By Avery Caya
Avery Caya Graduate Assistant, CLAS/Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (They/Them/Theirs)
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7 Fast-Growing ESG Career Paths to Consider

Published on June 19, 2023

In an era marked by pressing environmental concerns, it’s more important than ever to find ways to contribute to a sustainable future. One way to do so is to choose one the many exciting, challenging, and fast-growing ESG-related career paths …

By Firsthand
We help applicants, students, job-seekers and professionals like you find the right career path using the power of firsthand experiences.
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5 Great Careers in Renewable Energy

Published on May 1, 2023

There are many benefits to renewable energy, such as reduced pollution, improved public health, and economic development, just to name a few. According to The International Renewable Energy Agency, 90% of the world’s electricity should come from renewable energy sources …

By Firsthand
We help applicants, students, job-seekers and professionals like you find the right career path using the power of firsthand experiences.
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Who’s Hiring? 9 Environmental Organizations Fighting Climate Change

Published on April 5, 2023

A positive impact on the planet can begin with simple actions, like learning to compost or buying locally grown, in-season fruits and vegetables. Starting small can help you dip your toe into environmental work, but if you’re looking to grow …

By Idealist Careers
Idealist Careers | Helping you land, love, and grow in your social-impact career. And visit Idealist.org explore thousands of great jobs and social-impact organizations near you.
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Husky Mentors

gary Borla

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Harrison Goodale

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  • Mansfield, CT
  • Creative Director Sustain
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Jose Ortiz-Garcia

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  • Postdoctoral Research Associate Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
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Allie Brady (she, her, hers)

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  • Program Manager, Process Improvement Eversource Energy
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Explore occupations by career categories and pathways and use real time labor market data to power your decision making.

First, choose an industry of interest, then filter for occupation. (If you'd like to see data for a specific location only, filter by state.)

Career Outcomes

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First Destination

First Destination refers to undergraduate outcomes within the 6 months following graduation. The data is collected through a survey distributed to students at graduation, and again in the months following, to gain insight on their lives post-graduation.